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Izzo Therapy Groups

Why Group Therapy Works: The Science Behind Shared Healing

Group therapy in San Mateo and beyond isn’t just about talking—it’s a research-backed way to grow emotionally, build healthy relationships, and feel less alone. Whether you’re looking for support groups for anxiety, women’s therapy groups, or a space to explore identity, group therapy might be the right fit for you.

Backed by Research

  • Group therapy is evidence-based.
    According to the American Psychological Association (APA), group therapy effectively treats conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use. Results often match those of individual therapy.
    (Source: APA Division 49, Group Psychology and Group Psychotherapy)

  • Connection promotes healing.
    A 2020 meta-analysis in Psychotherapy Research found that group cohesion—how supported you feel—directly boosts outcomes in mental health therapy.

  • Multiple perspectives = faster growth.
    In group counseling, peer feedback leads to stronger emotional awareness and growth. A study in The Journal of Counseling Psychology found that hearing from others accelerates insight and connection.

  • You are not alone.
    A key element of group therapy for women, teens, or adults is “universality”—realizing your struggles aren’t just your own. This reduces shame and helps build confidence.

Benefits of Joining a Group

  • Join a supportive therapy group for adults or teens

  • Practice communication and emotional skills

  • Heal from isolation or trauma

  • Receive feedback and learn from others

  • Led by licensed, caring clinicians

  • Available in-person or as virtual therapy groups in California

Who Are Our Groups For?

At Izzo Therapy, we offer flexible options for:

  • Women’s therapy groups (in-person or online)

  • Teen support groups and college-age therapy groups

  • Parenting groups and family therapy circles

  • Specialty groups for ADHD, anxiety, and identity work

Whether you're seeking online support groups in California or an in-person experience in San Mateo or San Carlos, our groups are designed to help you feel connected, understood, and supported.

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Get in touch so we can start your therapeutic journey.

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Goals

From first sessions to long-term care, our clinicians have guided individuals and families through thousands of healing journeys—offering compassionate, evidence-based support every step of the way.

Community

Each week, more than 800 families across the Bay Area turn to Izzo for mental health care they can count on. Whether it’s therapy for anxiety, parenting support, or co-parenting counseling, we’re here to help.

local

We’re proud to be a local practice built by therapists who live and work in the communities we serve—from San Mateo to San Carlos and beyond.

Trust

At Izzo Therapy, inclusivity isn’t just a value—it’s a practice. Our clinicians reflect the diversity of our clients and provide culturally responsive therapy in both English and Spanish.

© 2025  Anna Izzo, LMFT  #119172 

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